Vivienne’s words were light, but her eyes sparkled with excitement.

No matter how many times she had seen it, the sight of Percival’s chiseled abs never failed to make her swallow in appreciation.

Her slender, fair fingers traced over his toned muscles, while her other arm wrapped around Percival’s neck. “Mr. Wolf, have you put on some weight lately? Your six-pack doesn’t feel as rock-hard as before.”

Percival thought to himself, “The cheeky little thing, teasing me like that.”

He caught her wandering hand in a firm grip, his voice husky, “Don’t worry, the real workout starts soon, and I guarantee you’ll be more than satisfied.”

The Hawthorn Family’s Soirée.

As a rising star in Rivenwood, Dorian had arranged the evening’s reception at a modest yet charming boutique hotel.

The guest list included business associates and some of the newly acquainted local elite.

“I didn’t expect such a turnout tonight. It seems that even a down-and-out camel is still bigger than a horse. I thought the Hawthorn family would never bounce back.”

“What’s there to be happy about? I wonder what sort of luck this country bumpkin stumbled upon to get cozy with the Ellingtons. If it weren’t for that marriage, do you think anyone would give him the time of day?”

“That’s why they say Ms. Hawthorn is so cunning. After everything that’s happened, Mr. Ellington still stands by her side unwaveringly.”

Anna, as Vivienne’s bodyguard, heard every insult and slander.

“These people!”

This was unbearable!

Her eyes glinting with fury, she was about to confront them when Vivienne held her back, “Don’t stoop to their level. Hitting them would be too good for them.”

Percival stood by Vivienne’s side in a tailored suit, his hand resting on her shoulder.

“Thomas, look into their companies. Since they have so much idle time, let’s keep them busy.”

Thomas nodded. “Don’t worry, Percival, they won’t get off easy.”

with the family of Vivienne? They

“Vivienne!”

then, a chorus of excited

hugging her from either side. “Amelia’s here too. You two rascals, make sure you and your friends

“Don’t worry, Vivienne!

“That’s nonsense!”

his foot and said, “I didn’t

gaze

dressed in a frock that Vivienne had made especially for her, looking timid at her first

tone

dress, Amelia nodded shyly and

formality made Vivienne

stride, her face beautifully made up under the crystal chandeliers.

linked arms with Vivienne, completely encircling her

causing Thomas following behind

Percival asked, “Something funny?”

head hastily. “No, it’s just

couldn’t he control his own

expect to see you

voice rang out, and as everyone’s attention was momentarily captured

skin crawl. He dodged the woman lunging at him and

deep eyes not once glancing at the other woman,

What a drama king.

when had Mr. Wolf adopted this

he was the epitome of cool and

been like this ever since he

you’re smitten. But even as a rising starlet, you don’t need

you

a pink mini-dress saw Percival and her demeanor changed instantly,

cold gaze shifted

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